What are you grateful for?
Public Thnx4 Journal
Gayathri
- August 29, 2023
A then-odd but now-amusing experience at the marketplace yesterday morning. I was separated from the husband and toddler for a bit and wandered around looking for them, loaded with the diaper backpack, and a loaf of bread and bag of tomatoes I just bought. This Indian guy tries to flag me down and I walk away pretending not to notice but he is persistent. Eventually catches up to me at the end of the market and through broken back and forth in patchy English he says he's been living in croatia for four years and rarely sees Indians. Then the predictable part I saw coming about how he's looking for Indian girls (to marry I presume) and he asks if I'm here with family. I'm polite but short throughout the interaction and say nah, here with my husband and baby and this dude says oh! Sorry sorry and scurried away. I laugh about it later with my husband who says "I still got it" lmao
Listen, as much as I am a feminist against gendered objectification/commodification, gotta admit it was a tiny confidence boost that my saggy, tired, mother-of-a-toddler self was noticed. Oh I feel gross writing this, DEFINITELY going to bring it up in therapy. #poor self-esteem #honestgratitudethough
Gayathri
- August 29, 2023
The suffocating 90+ degree heat finally broke into steady rain yesterday morning, bringing a cool gentle breeze. When we opened the door, we were enveloped by the aroma of rosemary which was rising from the plants near the entryway.
The woody, ancient scent of rosemary was uplifting and a marvel of nature we don't get back home.
Sara
- August 29, 2023
I was able to fall back on a 401k plan to take a hardship loan.
This benefited us because we were now able to catch up on past due bills plus have deposit money for our move soon.
Sara
- August 29, 2023
My cousin is a realtor. She hooked me up with a finance manager with a mortgage company which offers a free application.
We were benefited because we saved money on an application fee; we have help getting approved; we have the starting info to purchasing a home of our own.
Sara
- August 29, 2023
My cousin is a realtor. She hooked me up with a finance manager with a mortgage company which offers a free application.
We were benefited because we saved money on an application fee; we have help getting approved; we have the starting info to purchasing a home of our own.
Carla
- August 29, 2023
To love and care me so much
I felt supported by him
Sara
- August 29, 2023
CR tolk a Sunday paper to a specific customer whom I had missed.
I no longer had to make the trip myself, which I was out of my way.
Sara
- August 29, 2023
I found kitten attracting cat litter on chewy.com.
This benefited me because it helped stop the kitten going potty anywhere in the house.
Sara
- August 29, 2023
The nurse lady from the vet told me my kitten has tiny legs so I should have a lower litter box and place in her area, not far away.
Her thoughts actually worked. It benefited us because the kitten started using the litter box.
Gayathri
- August 28, 2023
I'm teaching undergrads for the first time this semester and was worried about finding coverage for next week since I'll be away. The head professor took care of it, and was very kind and supportive.
I can enjoy my vacation worry free and begin my first teaching assignment without stress or guilt.
Gayathri
- August 28, 2023
I have the enormous, rare, precious privilege of going abroad on vacation.
I'm extremely lucky to get to have these experiences.
Gayathri
- August 28, 2023
Our toddler skipped his nap and went to bed at like 7:30 oh lawd Jesus yeusss
A rare night to myself oh my God, the peace, the silence, the freedom
Gayathri
- August 28, 2023
We braved the odds and took our toddler to a restaurant for brunch this morning to celebrate my husband's birthday. We ordered cappuccino and juice, and plates of istrian Truffle eggs and French toast. Our usually restless toddler was shockingly compliant and chill with being sat at rhe table occupied with his toys and tablet.
I got a brief glimpse into our lives pre-parenthood, when we never had to think twice about eating out or doing whatever whenever, no regard for wake windows and nap times. Although we will always be a family unit, maybe someday the couple unit can also make a return.
Gayathri
- August 28, 2023
Our silly toddler loves to make us laugh
Always a mood lightener
Caesar Herman
- August 27, 2023
I have a very amazing sleep! :)
I feel very rested and refreshed
Naras
- August 27, 2023
Glass of wine
Happy
Naras
- August 27, 2023
Glass of wine
Happy
Naras
- August 27, 2023
Glass of wine
Happy
Naras
- August 27, 2023
Glass of wine
Happy
Sara
- August 27, 2023
A gentleman at wawa handed me a receipt for my purchase.
I always forget to ask for one and I need it for my banking.
Sara
- August 27, 2023
CR went over my 2 route lists with me over the cell because I was short NYTs and needed to know why.
I was able to decide whether I was shorted papers or if I made a mistake since I didn't have a copy of today's lists.
Shannon
- August 27, 2023
My dogs are always so happy to see me, they are loving and warm my heart. I am so grateful to have them around n my life.
They help me to relax and remind me that live is all around us.
Willow
- August 26, 2023
All the people I shared the highway in British Columbia on August 25th 2023 drove with respect for each others lives.
I made it safe and alive to my home. Thank you
Sara
- August 25, 2023
Shoprite delivered my shopping order.
This saved me time and frustration from crowds.
Sara
- August 25, 2023
I called my health insurance to change my PCP because I'm extremely unhappy with my current doctor's facility and personnel.
This benefited me because the doctor I once had and have been searching for, was the PCP offered up by the ins. company. Now, i know i will be in great hands when it comes to my health.